By DAYO ADESULU
Nigerian Breweries Plc, through the Nigerian Breweries-Felix Ohiwerei Education Trust Fund, has inaugurated a solar-powered Digital Learning Centre in Abuja to honour Serah Yusuf, winner of the 2025 Maltina Teacher of the Year Competition.
Nigerian Breweries Plc has inaugurated a Digital Learning Centre at Wisdom International School of Excellence (WISE), Sauka, Lugbe, Abuja, as part of efforts to promote technology-enabled education and recognise outstanding teachers in Nigeria.
The facility, inaugurated on October 22, 2026, was established through the Nigerian Breweries-Felix Ohiwerei Education Trust Fund in honour of Ms. Serah Yusuf, who emerged as the winner of the 2025 Maltina Teacher of the Year Competition.
The initiative extends the benefits of the Maltina Teacher of the Year award beyond individual recognition by providing educational infrastructure that can improve learning opportunities for students and strengthen the capacity of their schools.
With computers, internet connectivity, a smart screen, computer-based testing facilities and digital learning tools, the centre is expected to support teaching, learning and assessment at the Abuja-based school.
Digital Learning Centre Equipped With Solar Power
The new Digital Learning Centre features several technology-driven facilities designed to improve students’ access to digital education.
Among its major components are computers, internet connectivity, a smart screen, computer-based testing (CBT) facilities, and digital learning and assessment tools.
The centre also features a 10KVA solar-powered inverter system to support its electricity needs.
The solar-powered installation is particularly significant in a country where unreliable electricity supply can disrupt the use of digital learning equipment in schools.
By combining digital infrastructure with an alternative power source, the project aims to create a more dependable environment for technology-assisted teaching and learning.
Furthermore, the CBT facilities could help students become more familiar with computer-based examinations, an increasingly important component of Nigeria’s education system.
The centre’s digital tools are also expected to support teachers in delivering lessons, assessing students and introducing technology into classroom activities.
Nigerian Breweries Explains Purpose of the Project
The Head of Public, External and Government Affairs at Nigerian Breweries Plc, Chukwuemeka Aniukwu, said the project reflects the company’s commitment to ensuring that the Maltina Teacher of the Year initiative delivers lasting benefits to schools and communities.
According to Aniukwu, the initiative seeks to translate the achievements of outstanding educators into meaningful improvements in the learning environment.
He explained that recognising exceptional teachers should go beyond awards and ceremonies to include investments that benefit the students they teach.
“Through this project, we are extending the impact of the Maltina Teacher of the Year award beyond recognising outstanding teachers. We want to ensure that their achievements translate into lasting benefits for their schools and communities. By investing in digital learning, we are creating more opportunities for students to access technology-enabled education,” he said.
His remarks underscore the importance of connecting teacher recognition programmes with practical investments in educational infrastructure.
In addition, the project reflects the potential role of private-sector organisations in supporting education development through targeted interventions at the school level.
Federal Ministry of Education Commends Trust Fund
The Deputy Director of Education at the Federal Ministry of Education, Dr. Iyabode Alli, commended the Nigerian Breweries-Felix Ohiwerei Education Trust Fund for its contribution to educational development.
Alli highlighted the importance of digital learning infrastructure in improving teaching and learning outcomes.
She also emphasised the value of public-private partnerships in addressing educational needs and creating opportunities for students.
Her remarks reinforce the growing importance of collaboration between government institutions and private organisations in expanding access to educational resources.
As digital technology continues to influence education, schools need the necessary equipment, reliable electricity and appropriate learning tools to prepare students for a technology-driven world.
Consequently, investments such as the new centre could help schools strengthen their digital learning capabilities while supporting teachers in adopting modern instructional methods.
WISE Schools Welcomes Investment in Digital Education
The Head of Academics at Wisdom International School of Excellence, Adesuwa Ogwu, expressed appreciation to the Trust Fund for investing in the school’s educational infrastructure.
Ogwu noted that the centre would strengthen the school’s capacity to deliver digital learning.
The facility provides the school with access to computers, internet connectivity and digital assessment tools that can support a wider range of classroom activities.
Moreover, the solar-powered system could help the school maintain access to essential digital resources when conventional electricity supply is unavailable.
For students, access to these facilities could provide opportunities to develop computer skills, become more comfortable with digital learning platforms and prepare for computer-based examinations.
However, the long-term impact of the investment will depend partly on how effectively the school integrates the facility into its teaching programmes and maintains the equipment.
Regular use, appropriate supervision and continued technical support will therefore be important in ensuring that students benefit fully from the centre.
Key Stakeholders Attend Commissioning Ceremony
The inauguration brought together representatives of several organisations involved in education and the initiative.
Those present included representatives of the Federal Ministry of Education, the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN), the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), Union Bank of Nigeria Plc, Nigerian Breweries Plc and the school community.
Union Bank of Nigeria Plc is a partner in the initiative.
The participation of these stakeholders highlighted the importance of cooperation among educational institutions, professional bodies, financial institutions and private-sector organisations in supporting education.
The commissioning also provided an opportunity to recognise the role of teachers in shaping students’ academic development and preparing them for future opportunities.
Why the Digital Learning Centre Matters
The inauguration of the Digital Learning Centre in Abuja highlights the importance of providing schools with the infrastructure required to support technology-enabled education.
Although digital learning offers significant opportunities, access remains dependent on practical factors such as electricity, internet connectivity, equipment and teachers’ ability to integrate technology into classroom instruction.
By providing computers, internet access, CBT facilities and solar power, the Nigerian Breweries-Felix Ohiwerei Education Trust Fund has addressed several of these basic requirements at WISE.
The project also demonstrates how teacher recognition programmes can create benefits beyond individual awards.
When educational honours lead to investments in school facilities, students and teachers can share in the benefits of an educator’s achievement.
Nevertheless, the success of the initiative will ultimately depend on sustained use of the centre, effective integration into the curriculum and the school’s ability to maintain the equipment.
FAQs
1. What is the Nigerian Breweries Digital Learning Centre project?
It is an educational infrastructure project established by the Nigerian Breweries-Felix Ohiwerei Education Trust Fund at Wisdom International School of Excellence in Abuja to promote digital learning.
2. Who is the centre named in honour of?
The centre was established in honour of Serah Yusuf, winner of the 2025 Maltina Teacher of the Year Competition.
3. Where is the Digital Learning Centre located?
The facility is located at Wisdom International School of Excellence, Sauka, Lugbe, Abuja.
4. What facilities does the centre provide?
The centre features computers, internet connectivity, a smart screen, computer-based testing facilities, digital learning and assessment tools, and a 10KVA solar-powered inverter system.
5. What is the objective of the project?
The project aims to extend the impact of the Maltina Teacher of the Year award by providing lasting educational benefits to the winning teacher’s school and community.
6. Why is solar power important for the centre?
The solar-powered inverter system is designed to support the centre’s electricity needs, helping reduce disruptions to the use of computers and other digital learning equipment.
Conclusion
The inauguration of the Digital Learning Centre at Wisdom International School of Excellence marks a practical step towards expanding access to digital education in Nigeria.
Through the Nigerian Breweries-Felix Ohiwerei Education Trust Fund, the company has linked the recognition of an outstanding teacher with an investment in school infrastructure that could benefit students and educators.
As schools increasingly incorporate technology into teaching and assessment, facilities such as this centre could help learners develop digital skills and prepare for computer-based examinations.
The project’s long-term value, however, will depend on consistent use, proper maintenance and the effective integration of digital resources into everyday teaching and learning.
By connecting teacher recognition with investment in educational infrastructure, the initiative offers an example of how corporate support can contribute to improving the learning environment in Nigerian schools.
